Here’s what we’re NOT Falling for as Fitness Coaches

In this episode of Strong, Well-Fed, and Outspoken, Coach Frizzle (Rusty) and Coach Nel (Alana) discuss many of the current trending fitness, and nutrition myths. We learn what we're NOT Falling for as Fitness Coaches. Todays episode will help you understand many misconceptions that can be found in todays media. They take a deep dive into what actually matters in fitness. Understanding exercise context, respecting individual training needs, and learning why not all calories are created equal. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting advice on Instagram, TikTok or many "influencers" Todays topics include:Why "staying in your lane" as a coach builds trust and effectivenessThe value of exercise variety (but not for the reason you think)How to think about rest times, rep ranges, and programming progressionWhy food quality matters, even when calories are being trackedHow tracking devices can mislead more than they help (yes, your workout still counts if its not tracked!)Whether you're a beginner, advanced trainee, or a fellow coach, this episode empowers you to train smarter, eat better, and critically evaluate fitness advice online.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Banter00:31 Trending Fitness Myths01:18 Coaches' Perspectives on Fitness Trends02:37 Staying in Your Lane as a Coach04:17 Importance of Specialization and Referrals07:38 Programming Insights: Compound Exercises14:10 Rep Ranges and Rest Times19:37 Understanding Rest Times in Workouts20:51 The Role of Tracking Devices in Fitness21:33 The Impact of Social Media on Workout Perception23:28 The Importance of Exercise Variety30:28 Nutritional Insights: Calories and Food Quality36:42 Final Thoughts and EncouragementJoin Our Fitness CommunityIf you're ready to receive truly tailored to YOU 1 on 1 coaching that focuses on more than just the workouts and nutrition , fill out our coaching form ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rusty⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram⁠Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on InstagramIf you're looking for some supplements that will help take your workouts to the next level, try our 3 must haves and get ready for some serious gains.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Protein powder⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for your protein goalsThe most explosive ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠pre-workout⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for before your workoutThe juiciest ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠amino acids⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for during your workout